Have you ever tried using cucumber for weight loss? If yes then you might have also got introduced to its other health benefits and if your answer is no then you need to give it a try. Cucumber has been an integral part of many weight loss diets since last many years due to its effective assistance in weight loss and due to other health properties that it offers.
Cucumber induces weight loss in not just one but three ways.
Tips For Using Cucumber In a Weight Loss DietIf you are serious about having cucumber for weight loss then you need to devise multiple ways of using it without getting bored easily. Here are some of the tips that can aid you in making the eating decisions:
Drink Cucumber Water
Cucumber water is both refreshing and good for you! The longer the sliced cucumber floats in the water, the more flavor and nutrients enter the water. Cucumber water contains vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin A, potassium, fiber, and calcium. Its also a diuretic, which aids in water retention.
Making cucumber water is as easy as 1...2...3!
1. Fill a pitcher with water
2. Slice an entire cucumber and add it to the water
3. Refrigerate overnight... ENJOY!
The Cabbage Soup Diet is known for its efficiency in losing weight fast and it is just only a 7-day diet plan which does not require a long time commitment. Want to lose more weight fast? Then have cabbage soup whenever you feel hungry! The more cabbage soup you take the better. Cheating is unacceptable!
Kept away from sugary foods such as ice cream, sweets, and chocolates.
Disclaimer
The sole purpose of these blogs is to provide information about the tradition of ayurveda. This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis, prevention or cure of any disease. If you have any serious, acute or chronic health concern, please consult a trained doctor/health professional who can fully assess your needs and address them effectively. If you are seeking the medical advice of a trained Ayurvedic expert, call us or e mail.
Dr Unnati Chavda
Cucumber induces weight loss in not just one but three ways.
- Cucumbers are loaded with fibers and they are slow digesting too. They trigger the feeling of fullness within the eater within a very short time period. The cucumber being fiber rich is also a slow digesting food which means it will remain in the stomach for long time.
- Cucumber is the best diuretic ever known to man. It is loaded with silicon and sulphur. These minerals stimulate the kidney to flush out uric acid which is a waste by product. When uric acid is flushed out of the system it triggers the removal of fat and detaches the fat contents from the cells. It has been found that people who include cucumber in their weight loss diet routine experienced weight loss in short time frame because it also helped to break down the water weight.
- Cucumber has low calorific values, so they can be great substitute for high calorie snacks.
Tips For Using Cucumber In a Weight Loss DietIf you are serious about having cucumber for weight loss then you need to devise multiple ways of using it without getting bored easily. Here are some of the tips that can aid you in making the eating decisions:
- Snack: Try to include cucumber with an appetizer or snack like spreading low-fat cream cheese over the whole-grain crackers and topping it with cucumber slices. The cucumbers can be a healthy alternative to crunchy chips, so pair them along with carrot sticks and serve or eat with a low fat dipping.
- Soups and Stews: Chop and add cucumbers to stews and soups. Cucumbers can pair well with heartier, strong and mild vegetables ranging from sweet potatoes to asparagus. A vegetable based soup containing cucumbers and cooked with vegetable broth can be filling. Such soups are also low in calories and high in water content and possess diuretic properties. These soups can help in alleviating bloating, water retention, and ease digestion too.
- Smoothie: Cucumbers can be blended into a smoothie and served during the breakfast. They can work great in green smoothies and team well with fat ingredients like avocados too. When teamed with such fatty ingredients the cucumber aids in waste elimination and nutrient absorption. A diet friendly smoothie can be easily prepared by combining chopped greens, apple, cucumber and avocado.
- Salads: Cube or chop the cucumbers and combine it with other high fiber vegetables and fruits like tomatoes, mushrooms, and pepper. The salad can be dressed with vinegar and oil. The healthy fats in oil will also aid in absorbing nutrients provided by cucumber.
Drink Cucumber Water
Cucumber water is both refreshing and good for you! The longer the sliced cucumber floats in the water, the more flavor and nutrients enter the water. Cucumber water contains vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin A, potassium, fiber, and calcium. Its also a diuretic, which aids in water retention.
Making cucumber water is as easy as 1...2...3!
1. Fill a pitcher with water
2. Slice an entire cucumber and add it to the water
3. Refrigerate overnight... ENJOY!
The Cabbage Soup Diet is known for its efficiency in losing weight fast and it is just only a 7-day diet plan which does not require a long time commitment. Want to lose more weight fast? Then have cabbage soup whenever you feel hungry! The more cabbage soup you take the better. Cheating is unacceptable!
Kept away from sugary foods such as ice cream, sweets, and chocolates.
- Began a weight training program along with pilates, general fitness exercises, and power yoga.
- Ate nutritious small meals, six times a day-food was rich in protein-the nutrient which boosts weight loss.
- Switched to brown bread and cut off the yolk from the eggs.
- Took a sip of warm water in the morning along with honey and lime water.
- Breakfast – Fruit and, oatmeal or egg white omelette.
- Post workouts – A protein shake and juice.
- Lunch - Ragi roti, vegetables, pulses, salad.
- Evening Snacks - High-fiber crackers, along with egg white.
- Dinner - salad, soup
- Beverages – Coconut water, buttermilk, soya milk, cucumber juice, and tea without sugar!
Disclaimer
The sole purpose of these blogs is to provide information about the tradition of ayurveda. This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis, prevention or cure of any disease. If you have any serious, acute or chronic health concern, please consult a trained doctor/health professional who can fully assess your needs and address them effectively. If you are seeking the medical advice of a trained Ayurvedic expert, call us or e mail.
Dr Unnati Chavda
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